Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated
Overview
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4 hours
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Discover Shanghai from its humble origins as a fishing village and hear the stories behind how it evolved to become one of the world's most exciting and cosmopolitan places!
In 3.5~4 hours, our tour covers all the must-see spots in downtown Shanghai. Get ready to dive into the history, culture, art, architecture, and mouthwatering food of this vibrant city!
IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour itself operates on a tips-based model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. We suggest a tip of 200-250 RMB or 25-30 USD/EURO, which we believe is a fair amount compared to the cost of a regular walking tour:) This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job!
Booking is limited to groups of up to 4 people (adults+kids). If your group exceeds 4 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Stop at a Local Food Street for a Snack Break - Cheap, Classic and Delicious! (Pay for your own)
Local English Speaking Tour Guide - Fun, Friendly and Fabulous! :)
Gratuities
What To Expect
People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
Explore People’s Square with a fascinating crash course in its rich history. Discover the stories behind the impressive City Hall building and learn about the iconic museums that surround this vibrant landmark.
Discover the lush green space in downtown Shanghai, located next to the historic Race Course Club building. Visit on weekends to experience the incredible Shanghai Marriage Market, a unique cultural event you won't want to miss!
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Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated
Reviews
267 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide and great trip
231weronikac,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide and great trip. Definitely worth going to see all main sights of Shanghai. Amazing guide. Highly recommend
For short or long stay perfect !
Talina N,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing tour , lot of walking and information, but worth it . Trista perfect guide, knowledgeable, patient , friendly. Very enjoyable!!! Recommend!!!
Informative and enjoyable walking tour - great introduction to Shanghai
Inspire290858,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with guide Dinna. I recommend this as a “first activity “ in Shanghai to learn about the city. We learned loads about the city and particularly its history. We had already been in the city for few days and seen some sites so our favourite new place was The People’s Garden - a lovely green oasis in a big city.
A great tour
aliceschrader,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really nice tour with a lot of information and history about Shanghai. Dinna is a wonderful guide and we can highly recommend this tour.
Great tour
Laura E,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour for half day and get to know the highlights of Shanghai. Tour guides were very passionate and friendly
Discovering Shanghai with a passionate guide
ghebry f,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dinna is a super enthusiastic guide! She shared lots of interesting facts about Shanghai, Chinese culture, and the city’s buildings. Walking with her really changes the way you see and enjoy the city.
An enlightening insight into Shanghai's history. The tour was well paced, suited all ages, it ticked all of our boxes.
tonyshan839,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great introduction to Shanghai. Celina was helpful, going the extra distance to look after all of the participants..
Would highly recommend...
Rachael F,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Shanghai! Our tour guide Celina was amazing and super knowledgeable. Remember to wear good walking shoes.
Fantastic Tour and Guide
S8143BAamandam,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Celina’s tour is a great option for those like us who had very little time in the city. She spent 4 hours with us, and they flew by. She is very kind, speaks excellent English, and the tour is very well planned. It is focused on sightseeing, and she gives regular breaks for us to take photos, use the toilet, and eat. She also finds nice spots where we can sit and rest a bit while she shares great facts and stories about Shanghai. I would definitely look to book other tours with her next time I am in China.
Informative and friendly
nicokJ2419BF,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A neat four hour walk around the city telling the history, sights, and local food. The guide was very friendly and open to questions.
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